Dalí’s Hidden Masterpieces: Madrid’s Gaviria Palace Reopens with Exclusive Sculpture Exhibition

Headline: Dalí’s Hidden Masterpieces: Madrid’s Gaviria Palace Reopens with Exclusive Sculpture Exhibition Sub-headline: After a major restoration, the historic palace near Puerta del Sol returns to the cultural map with "Dalí’s Infinity," featuring rare works from private collections.

In Madrid, the Gaviria Palace, located near Puerta del Sol, has reopened following an extensive restoration, debuting with a high-profile exhibition. The showcase, "Dalí’s Infinity," is dedicated to little-known sculptures by Salvador Dalí that have remained in private collections for decades and have rarely been seen by the public.

The exhibition focuses on works created between the 1930s and the 1980s, with a particular emphasis on the period from 1973 to 1980, when Dalí experimented heavily with three-dimensional forms. In total, the display features 14 major sculptures, as well as sketches, graphic works, and illustrations spanning various stages of his career. Many of these pieces inhabited a "grey area" regarding their attribution for a long time, but have recently been officially recognised and confirmed by the Gala-Salvador Dalí Foundation.

Key highlights include The Space Elephant, Nude Woman Climbing a Stairway, Head of a Laughing Horse, The Housekeeper, and The Soul of Don Quixote. The sculptures reflect Dalí’s signature style—elongated forms, surrealist imagery, and references to religion, science, and literature.

The 19th-century palace itself had been closed since the pandemic due to serious structural issues with its roof. Following a large-scale reconstruction, it is now ready to welcome visitors again, with fully restored ceilings, halls, and decorative elements.

The exhibition is open daily from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm. General admission is €15, with a reduced rate of €11 and further discounts available for specific groups. Tickets can be purchased via this link.